Palmer concluded that Pickens will likely be traded before the start of the 2026 season — which aligns with insider Gerry Dulac’s comments that Pickens could be moved at next year’s draft to help the Steelers trade up for a top quarterback.

Pickens seemingly isn't close to signing any type of contract extension while in the final year of his rookie deal.

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ situation with George Pickens has not gone well behind the scenes, according to NFL insider James Palmer. Palmer states that Pickens is unlikely to be with the Steelers beyond this year.